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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura | |||
| synonyms = Schamberg's disease, progressive pigmentary dermatosis | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Petechiae]], [[purpura]], [[hyperpigmentation]] | |||
| complications = None | |||
| onset = Any age, more common in adults | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly related to [[capillaritis]] | |||
| risks = None identified | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical examination, [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Lichen aureus]], [[pigmented purpuric dermatosis]] | |||
| treatment = Topical [[corticosteroids]], [[phototherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Benign, chronic course | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura''' is a skin condition characterized by red-brown patches with a cayenne pepper-like petechial component, primarily located on the legs.<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Doucas |first1=C. |last2=Kapetanakis |first2=T. |title=Pigmented purpuric dermatosis |journal=J Am Acad Dermatol |date=1981 |volume=4 |issue=5 |pages=592–600 |pmid=7236541 |doi=10.1016/S0190-9622(81)70060-9}}</ref> | |||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is the appearance of red-brown patches on the skin, particularly on the legs. These patches often have a petechial component, which can resemble cayenne pepper. | The primary symptom of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is the appearance of red-brown patches on the skin, particularly on the legs. These patches often have a petechial component, which can resemble cayenne pepper. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to capillaritis, an inflammation of the capillaries. | The exact cause of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to capillaritis, an inflammation of the capillaries. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is primarily aimed at managing symptoms. This may include the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching. | Treatment for Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is primarily aimed at managing symptoms. This may include the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Pigmented purpuric dermatosis]] | * [[Pigmented purpuric dermatosis]] | ||
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* [[Capillaritis]] | * [[Capillaritis]] | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* [https://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/pigmented-purpuric-dermatosis/ DermNet NZ] | * [https://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/pigmented-purpuric-dermatosis/ DermNet NZ] | ||
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[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:50, 4 April 2025
| Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Schamberg's disease, progressive pigmentary dermatosis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Petechiae, purpura, hyperpigmentation |
| Complications | None |
| Onset | Any age, more common in adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly related to capillaritis |
| Risks | None identified |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Lichen aureus, pigmented purpuric dermatosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Topical corticosteroids, phototherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Benign, chronic course |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is a skin condition characterized by red-brown patches with a cayenne pepper-like petechial component, primarily located on the legs.<ref>,
Pigmented purpuric dermatosis, J Am Acad Dermatol, Vol. 4(Issue: 5), pp. 592–600, DOI: 10.1016/S0190-9622(81)70060-9, PMID: 7236541,</ref>
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is the appearance of red-brown patches on the skin, particularly on the legs. These patches often have a petechial component, which can resemble cayenne pepper.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to capillaritis, an inflammation of the capillaries.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is typically made based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Doucas and Kapetanakis pigmented purpura is primarily aimed at managing symptoms. This may include the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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